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tlcBlack History Month originated in 1926, founded by Carter G. Woodson and was created to celebrate achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those we lost.

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GETTY IMAGE: Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, the pioneering mother of GRAMMY® winners, The Clark Sisters, is receiving some much-deserved recognition from her granddaughter during Black History Month. Gospel singer Kierra Sheard has written an open letter to the legendary matriarch whom she rightly refers to as “a black history legend.” “I wish you were here […]

Entertainment

The Oscar-nominated film “Hidden Figures” about the untold story of the black women mathematicians who worked at NASA during the space race will screen for free in select U.S. cities in celebration of Black History Month. AMC Theaters and 21st Century Fox said Tuesday that screenings will take place on Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. […]

Entertainment

Black History Month is officially underway and Netflix has curated a list of documentaries, movies and mini-series that are educational, thought provoking and entertaining, each of which will keep us informed all month long. Check out a few notable movies to watch on Netflix during this Black History Month. 13th Ava DuVernay’s powerful documentary, 13th […]

National

Like his predecessors, President Donald Trump plans to commemorate Black History Month with an official proclamation, a gala and receptions at the White House to celebrate the contributions of the United States’ black citizens. “I’m proud to honor this heritage and will be honoring it more and more,” Trump said Tuesday as he surrounded himself […]

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Black History Month is officially upon us and Google has kicked it off like they do each year—with a special Google Doodle. This time the tech giant put the spotlight on little-known, but groundbreaking artist Edmonia Lewis. The Doodle depicts Lewis sculpting one of her most famous works, The Death of Cleopatra, which is currently on display […]

National

As we make ready to celebrate Black History Month in February, there’s an upcoming program African-Americans are getting excited about. American Masters – Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise, the first documentary about the life of the singer, dancer, activist, poet and writer, premieres nationwide Tuesday, February 21 at 8 p.m. on PBS. PBS Distribution […]

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SAM FALK/THE NEW YORK TIMES 1964: “Princeton’s two elementary schools were integrated 16 years ago,” The Times reported. “Thus began a three-act racial drama — first, a period of Negro hopes; next, Negro frustration and disillusionment; and then, a limited degree of fulfillment.” The New York Times is diving into its photo archive this month in […]

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In honor of Black History Month, Christian rapper Lecrae — whose highly praised three-part mixtape series Church Clothes carries his powerful message of faith — reflects on the nation’s rich past and the importance of learning it. Read his gospel below. Napoleon, the famous French military leader, is quoted as having said, “History is a fable agreed upon.” As Americans we […]

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In celebration of Black History Month, First Lady Michelle Obama hosted a special event in honor of the contributions women of color have made to dance. The first lady moderated a panel discussion with several living dancing legends, including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s Judith Jamison, Debbie Allen, the Dance Theater of Harlem’s Virginia Johnson, and […]

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In 1995.. Bernard Harris, African-American astronaut, takes space walk. 1971 – Satchel Paige Inducted to Baseball Hall of Fame In 1952 Author Ralph Ellison’s novel Invisible Man wins the National Book Award 1944 Novelist Alice Walker was born in Eatonton, Georgia. In 1906..Death of poet and novelist Paul Laurence Dunbar (33), Dayton, Ohio.

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Just in time for Black History Month, the National Civil Rights Museum and Google have released new ways to check out thousands of historical documents. Monday, the Google Cultural Institute released more than 4,000 new digital documents in tribute to Black History Month. The documents feature never-before-seen virtual expeditions through the black comic revolution, print […]